Description
Delicious Spanish Chorizo and Feta Cheese Rice Cakes combining savory chorizo, creamy feta, and aromatic chives into a crispy pan-fried treat perfect for breakfast or a light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 400 grams White Rice
- 50 grams Spanish Chorizo
- 1 cup Feta Cheese
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 3 Free Range Eggs
- 15 stalks Fresh Chives
- 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour
- 4 teaspoons Vegetable Oil
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: In a large bowl, combine the cooked white rice, diced Spanish chorizo, crumbled feta cheese, grated parmesan cheese, ground black pepper, salt, chopped fresh chives, all-purpose flour, and beaten free-range eggs. Mix thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Chill the mixture: Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to allow the mixture to cool and firm up, which helps in shaping the rice cakes.
- Shape the rice cakes: Heat a pan over medium heat and add vegetable oil to coat the bottom. Scoop 1 to 1 1/2 spoonfuls of the chilled mixture into the pan, gently pressing each scoop down to form flattened rice cakes.
- Cook the rice cakes: Fry each rice cake for about 4 minutes on one side until golden and crisp, then carefully flip and cook the other side for an additional 4 minutes until evenly browned and cooked through.
- Drain and serve: Once cooked, transfer the rice cakes onto kitchen paper towels and gently tap to absorb any excess oil. Serve warm and enjoy this savory treat!
Notes
- Ensure the rice used is cooked and cooled before mixing for better texture and easier shaping.
- You can adjust the amount of chorizo for a milder or stronger flavor.
- For a crispier finish, add a little more oil for frying or cook slightly longer on each side.
- These rice cakes can be served with a side salad or a dollop of sour cream for added richness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Spanish
Keywords: Spanish chorizo, feta cheese, rice cakes, savory snack, pan-fried, easy recipe
